2026 Grade 11 Selection: PNG Education Department Confirms Grade 11 Selection Dates

The Papua New Guinea Department of Education has announced that the Grade 11 National Selection for 2026 will take place online from December 1 to December 5, 2025. The process will be done in two parts. National Schools of Excellence will complete their selection on December 1 and 2, while all Provincial Secondary Schools will carry out their selection from December 3 to 5.

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Who Can Be Selected 

Students who achieved an Upper Pass or higher in Grade 10 will be considered for Grade 11 placement. Those who did not reach this level will continue their studies through Flexible Open Distance Education centres. The Department expects more students to move into Grade 11 in 2026, so schools should prepare for larger class sizes.

How the Selection Will Be Done 

School principals must take part in the selection panels and bring laptops with reliable internet. In the National Capital District, the selection will be held at the Diowai Conference Room at Port Moresby National School of Excellence. 

In each province, the selection will be organised by Provincial Education Advisors at chosen venues. Guidance Officers and nominated principals will lead the process. Schools must provide important information such as the number of students, boarding space, and gender requirements. Electronic copies of Grade 10 School Leaving Forms will be used.

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Technical Support 

By December 2, 2025, schools will receive login details, internet data support, and links to the selection portal. Contact information for regional help desks will also be shared. Experienced principals are encouraged to help new principals so the process runs smoothly.

STEM Pathway for Top Students 

Students who are selected for National Schools of Excellence will begin their Grade 11 studies in January 2026. High-performing students will be given the chance to study the STEM curriculum, which focuses on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics.

Contact Information 

For more details, stakeholders can reach Mr. Benny Rayappan, Chairperson of the Grade 11 National Selection Committee, by phone at (675) 76857336 or 78275758, or by email at Benny_Rayappan@education.gov.pg or bennyrayappan@yahoo.com.

PNGDF Recruitment 2026 How to Apply Online and What to Expect Next

The Papua New Guinea Defence Force (PNGDF) has officially announced the 2025 General Enlistee Recruitment. The announcement was posted on their Facebook page on Friday, 21 November 2025.

If you are interested in joining the PNGDF, you can now apply online through the LaborSolutions application portal. Read on to find out how to apply, and what to expect next.

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How to Apply for PNGDF Recruitment 2025

PNG Insight has been a reliable source for updates on PNGDF, RPNGC, and Correctional Service recruitment for many years. Stay connected with us on YouTube and here on the blog as we guide you through this year’s application process.

Step 1: Visit the Application Portal

Go to: https://www.laborsolutions.net/questionnaire

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Entry Criteria (Read Carefully Before Applying)

To apply, you must meet the following requirements:

• Be 18–25 years old

• Have a Grade 12 certificate with C grades or better in Maths and English

• Be single

• Have a minimum height of 165 cm

• Have no medical conditions or deformities, including:
  drug use, CHS, penile modifications, HIV, VDRL, Hepatitis B, hypertension, anemia, color blindness, obesity, pregnancy, or any chronic illness

• Be a Papua New Guinea citizen

• Be computer literate

• Be ready for screening, including literacy, medical, psychological, and fitness tests

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Step 2: Complete the Online Questionnaire

Fill out the full questionnaire on the portal.

The questionnaire is made up of 8 sections:

1. Personal Information
   Your name, date of birth, gender, province, village, contact details, NID number, etc.

2. Eligibility Check
   Citizenship, height, health status, criminal record.

3. Educational Qualification
   Your highest qualification, school or institution, year completed, and field of study.

4. Work Experience / Skills
   Employment status, previous work or volunteer experience, skill areas.

5. Motivation & Suitability
   Why you want to join, your strengths, willingness to serve anywhere, fitness and lifestyle questions.

6. References
   Names and contacts of two referees and their relationship to you.

7. Document Uploads
   One combined PDF containing:

   • Letter of Interest

   • CV with photo

   • Certificates and transcripts

   • Valid ID (NID or Birth Certificate)

   • Police Clearance

   • Three reference letters

8. Declaration
   Confirming your information is true and you agree to the terms.

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Step 3: Submit Your Application

Click Submit at the end of the questionnaire.

That’s it — your application is complete!

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What Happens Next?

After submitting, you will need to wait for PNGDF recruitment officers to contact you.

At this time, the exact number of enlistees and the release date of the list have not been confirmed.

According to PNGDF’s announcement, only selected applicants will be contacted for screening. After the screening process, the final list of successful enlistees will be published.

If you have questions about Cadet Officer or Direct Entry Officer recruitment, you can message the PNGDF directly on their official Facebook page.